1986 Ginetta G32 vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ginetta G32 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 937 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ginetta G32. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ginetta G32 | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G32 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 753 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2910 mm |
